New research suggests that a popular group of medications used for diabetes and weight loss may also help treat alcohol and drug addiction. These drugs are called GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs), ...

AI-driven relapse predictions could be a tool in the fight against opioid addiction. Find out how researchers used smartphone data to forecast potential drug relapses.

In 2023, 48.5 million people ages 12 or older in the U.S. contended with a substance use disorder or disorders -- for almost 29 million, it was an alcohol use disorder (AUD) and around 27 million ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A Knoxville nonprofit is using paintbrushes and conversation to help people in recovery find new ways to heal. The Metro Drug Coalition offers an art class aimed at helping people ...

But the results add to evidence from animal studies and reports that people are finding drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy helpful ...

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — An Illinois bill could change harm reduction strategies across the state to help those addicted to opioids. The proposal would change homeless shelter rules. Any shelter that ...

NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) — New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced a new proposal to allow medical professionals to involuntarily remove and commit people who are struggling with drug addiction. The ...